Salem Audubon Birding: Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge

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This is a good time for viewing waterfowl and shorebirds. Wintering raptors are widely seen with the residents who may be performing pair bond displays. The interior of the refuge remain closed until April 1, so we will make our winter loop around the refuge, stopping at Eagle and Pintail Marshes, at road pullouts for field views, at the Willow tree, and at the corner of Buena Vista and Ankeny Hill for Acorn Woodpeckers, Red-breasted Sapsuckers, nuthatches, chickadees, and variety of sparrows. If time permits we will walk a boardwalk to look for more passerines, or take the road to the Ferry and back.

Meet at 8:00 AM at the Ankeny Hill Overlook. This is the only restroom stop. If the Overlook is closed proceed to the Eagle Marsh kiosk to meet. Plan to carpool. Dress warmly for the weather. Bring snacks and water. We will plan to finish by noon.